Greyscale photo of a woman looking directly at the camera with a stern expression on her face.

Why Are Vegans So Unhappy?

The truth hurts and very occasionally I think it might be easier to just plug back into The Matrix. In the mortal words of Cypher in the seminal movie, “I …

Can Poor People Be Vegans?

We’re all feeling the pinch. The cost of living is increasing rapidly across the globe. Many will be forced to make tough choices in 2023 and beyond. For example, choosing …

Marble carvings of Goddess Laxmi, Padmavati, Saraswati, Jain Center of New Jersey.

Why Do Jains Not Eat Meat?

Contrary to popular belief, veganism was not invented in the 1940’s in leafy Leicester. The principles behind our movement have their roots in the ancient Indian religions of Hinduism and …

Graffiti featuring the word 'ahimsa' (non-violence) and symbols associated with Hinduism.

Is Veganism a White Thing?

There’s been a lot of talk in vegan circles recently about colonialism and anti-indigenous sentiment. Yes I’m a white, middle aged vegan living in the affluent West. Yes, I am …